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FANTASY CITYSCAPES Ages 9+
$40.00Create a city from your imagination! Layer buildings from near to far, then add your own twist—from superheroes to dragons or an entirely new magical world.
Saturday, May 22
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ENCAUSTIC/BEES WAX ART Ages 13+
$35.00Be part of an exciting encaustic painting experience. Learn to manipulate the wax and incorporate other materials and color to your design. This unique medium will have you buzzing. All supplies are included.
Saturday, March 16, 9 am-Noon
Fee: $35
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NO PAINTBRUSHES ALLOWED Ages 5+
$30.00We will explore different ways of painting in this class with objects like forks and combs, hands and fingers. Get ready for some messy fun!
Thursday, April 6
from 5:30-7:30 pm
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WATERCOLOR FLOWERS FOR BEGINNERS Ages 13+
$30.00Learn wet on wet and wet on dry techniques with liquid watercolors. The class will go step by step so beginners are very welcome.
Saturday, April 6
12:30-4 pm
Fee: $30
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SPRING BREAK MINI CAMP
$75.00
Ages 6+Come to the museum for three mornings of designing, painting, and sculpting. Enjoy your time off from school with colorful and creative crafts. Dress for a mess. Snack Provided.
Tuesday – Thursday, March 16 – 18
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DOLL & ME: Springtime Style Ages 9+ or 7-8 with adult helper
$30.00Grab your favorite 18” doll or American Girl doll and join us for a springtime adventure! We’ll make cute rain-ready accessories for both you and your doll.
Saturday, March 13
from 9-11 am
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Fiber Art Adventure Ages 7+
$30.00Ages 7+ Explore the wonderful world of fiber arts! Explore beginner techniques of wet felting and weaving. Students will take home a small tapestry and textile project.
Sat., April 18 from 2-4 pm
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KIDS ACRYLIC PAINTING Ages 9+
$35.00Learn the basics of color theory, composition and brush technique in acrylic painting.
Sat., February 6
from 1:30-4 pmFee: $35
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MINI SUMMER ART CAMP I (Basic Drawing) Ages 8-12
$50.00Ages 8-12
Enjoy two mornings at the museum and learn to improve your drawings by practicing design, composition, perspective and shading. Snack provided.Tues., July 14 & Wed., July 15 from 8 am – Noon daily
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MINI SUMMER ART CAMP II (Mini Artists) Ages 6+
$70.00Ages 6+
Explore the museum with tours and art. Dress for a mess! Snack provided.Mon., August 10 – Wed., Aug. 12 from 8 am-Noon daily
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OCEAN WONDERS Ages 6+
$30.00Explore the wonders beneath the waves as we create colorful art inspired by whales, coral reefs, and the deep blue sea!
Saturday, February 27
from 9-11 am
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POTION EXPLOSION Ages 9+
$40.00Spend your Halloween morning concocting all kinds of wacky and spooky potions. Bring home potion bottles full of imagination.
Sat., October 31
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TWO THUMBS UP Ages 5-8
$30.00Make a mess with finger and handprint creations in this colorful class.
Tues., February 23
from 5:30-7:30 pmFee: $30
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WINTER-THEMED PAINTING CLASS FOR KIDS! Ages 6+
$25.00In this class kids will be learning step-by-step how to paint their own masterpiece with acrylic paint!
Saturday, January 20
10 am-noon
Fee: $25
Instructor: Pamela -
COLOR PENCIL DRAWINGS Ages 8+
$25.00In this class, students will be guided to explore the techniques of sketching, shading and blending while drawing with colored pencils. Basic color theory will be introduced.
Tuesday, February 27
5:30-7:30 pm
Fee: $25
Instructor: Pamela -
COZY CRITTERS Ages 5+
$30.00A playful art class where little ones will explore winter woodland animals through hands-on art, sensory play, and creative projects.
Sat., December 19
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SEUSSICAL STUDIO Ages 5+
$30.00Get inspired by the playful stories and imaginative world of Dr. Seuss! Young artists will create colorful, silly, and creative projects filled with fun characters, bold patterns, and lots of imagination.
Sat., November 21
from 2-4 pm
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PAWS & PASTELS Ages 8+
$30.00Inspired by Pixar’s Gatto, create a colorful world of your own. Choose a cat or dog and bring them to life in a whimsical landscape.
Saturday, April 24
from 9-11 am
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Galaxy Crafts Ages 7+
$30.00Ages 7+ May the force be with you in this out of this world class! We will make projects from both the light and dark side.
Sat., May 2 from 2-4 pm
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Creating w/ Clay AM SESSION Ages 6+
$63.00Ages 6+ An introductory class for kids who are curious about the versatility of clay and want to try out its limitless possibilities.
AM session: Thursdays, June 11-July 16 (skip June 25), 9:30-11 am
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PROCESS ART Ages 5+
$25.00Process art is about exploring creativity during the making of art and less about the finished product. Have fun in the process.
Thursday, March 28
5:30-7:30 pmFee: $25
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Creating w/Clay PM SESSION Ages 6+
$63.00Ages 6+ An introductory class for kids who are curious about the versatility of clay and want to try out its limitless possibilities.
PM session: Thursdays, June 11-July 16 (skip June 25), 12-1:30 pm
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ART BUGS (Jan.) Ages 2-4 with adult caregiver
$15.00An art class for the smallest of artists – explore a variety of mediums. Children must be accompanied by caregiver.
Thurs., January 28, 5:30-6:30 pm
Ocean WondersFee: $15
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ART BUGS (Feb.) Ages 2-4 with adult caregiver
$15.00An art class for the smallest of artists – explore a variety of mediums. Children must be accompanied by caregiver.
Tues., February 9, 5:30-6:30 pm
Be My ValentineFee: $15
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FAMILY CLASS: HOLIDAY GNOMES
Price range: $30.00 through $105.00These cute Holiday gnomes are easy to make and look wonderful on display! Get the family together for a great time. Each person attending will create a gnome. Attendees should be ages 5+. You do not need a child to attend, duos can be adults!
Sat., November 25, 1-4 pmFee: $30 per pair, $15 for each additional person
Instructor: Pamela -
ART BUGS (March) Ages 2-4 with adult caregiver
$15.00An art class for the smallest of artists – explore a variety of mediums. Children must be accompanied by caregiver.
Thurs., March 25, 5:30-6:30 pm
Bunnies & BloomsFee: $15
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$100 Donation
$100.00We always appreciate donations – please note if you prefer your donation goes towards class scholarships or operations of the MacNider Art Museum.
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ART BUGS (April) Ages 2-4 with adult caregiver
$15.00An art class for the smallest of artists – explore a variety of mediums. Children must be accompanied by caregiver.
Sat., April 3, 10-11 am
Sunny SouthwestFee: $15
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ART BUGS (May) Ages 2-4 with adult caregiver
$15.00An art class for the smallest of artists – explore a variety of mediums. Children must be accompanied by caregiver.
Thurs., May 6, 5:30-6:30 pm
Mother’s DayFee: $15
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FAMILY CLASS: HAUNTED HOUSES Ages 10+
$40.00Sign up your family or friends to create a ghoulish haunted house! A gingerbread house for Halloween lovers. Price is per house with 1-2 people working together (one person per pair must be over 14 years of age to use the hot glue gun).
Sat., October 10 from 12:30-4:30 pm
Fee: $40/pair
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$25 Donation
$25.00We always appreciate donations – please note if you prefer your donation goes towards class scholarships or operations of the MacNider Art Museum.
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$10 Donation
$10.00We always appreciate donations – please note if you prefer your donation goes towards class scholarships or operations of the MacNider Art Museum.
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$5 Donation
$5.00We always appreciate donations – please note if you prefer your donation goes towards class scholarships or operations of the MacNider Art Museum.
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$50 Donation
$50.00We always appreciate donations – please note if you prefer your donation goes towards class scholarships or operations of the MacNider Art Museum.
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Art Market $75 Entry Fee
$75.00
– for non-MacNider Shop Artists$75 FEE for non-shop artists who have been accepted into the MacNider Outdoor Art Market and have already paid the $15 jury fee but not the $75 entry fee.
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Art Market Application Fee
$90.00
– for non-MacNider Shop Artists$90 FEE.
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Art Market Application Fee – for late entries after April 1
$105.00$105 FEE. Includes a $15 jury fee and $90 entry fee.
Please contact Lindsay at lthompson@masoncity.net for the current acceptance status. If the market lineup is already considered full you may be added to a waitlist.
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Art Market Application Fee
$75.00
– for Active MacNider Shop Artists$75 FEE.
Are you a current Museum Shop artist? If yes, then this option is for you!The $15 jury fee is waived for all active Museum Shop Artists. Your submitted images will still be judged. The $75 entry fee will be reimbursed if you are not accepted into the market.
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$100 Artoberfest Donation
$100.00Artoberfest is our big annual fundraiser! We appreciate the donations whether your can attend the event or not.
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$25 Artoberfest Donation
$25.00Artoberfest is our big annual fundraiser! We appreciate the donations whether your can attend the event or not.
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$300 Artoberfest Sponsorship
$300.00Artoberfest is our big annual fundraiser! We appreciate the donations whether your can attend the event or not.
Sponsorships will be listed on all promotional advertisements that have not yet gone to print.
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$50 Artoberfest Donation
$50.00Artoberfest is our big annual fundraiser! We appreciate the donations whether your can attend the event or not.
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Artoberfest Ticket – $50
$50.00Artoberfest is Friday, Oct. 23, starting at 6 pm at the Charles H. MacNider Art Museum (303 2nd Street SE, Mason City, Iowa). Everyone attending must be age 21 or older.
Tickets can be picked up at the Museum during regular business hours or claimed at will call at the Artoberfest events. Your preference can be indicated in the order notes.
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Bronze Patron
Price range: $100.00 through $249.00
$100-249All General Membership benefits, plus:
·One $10 coupon towards any studio class
·Museum Shop discount at this level: 15%
·Donor Board Acknowledgment
·Invite to Special Previews of Major Exhibits -
Business Patron
Price range: $100.00 through $499.00
$100-499·Access to Permanent & Temporary Exhibitions
·Discounts on art classes and workshops
·Reduced fees on special cultural travel opportunities
·Quarterly newsletter & special exhibition announcements
·Museum Shop discount at this level: 10%
·Acknowledgment in Annual Report
·Invitation to previews & Member only events
·Discounts on fee charged museum events -
Bronze Partner
Price range: $500.00 through $999.00
$500-999All Business Patron benefits, plus:
·Two $10 coupons towards any studio class
·Museum Shop discount at this level: 20%
·Donor Board Acknowledgment
·Invite to Special Previews of Major Exhibits
·Annual Museum Fundraiser: 25% discount on 4 tickets at this level -
Household Patron
Price range: $50.00 through $99.00
$50-99·Access to Permanent & Temporary Exhibitions
·Discounts on art classes and workshops
·Reduced fees on special cultural travel opportunities
·Quarterly newsletter & special exhibition announcements
·Museum Shop discount at this level: 10%
·Acknowledgment in Annual Report
·Invitation to previews & Member only events
·Discounts on fee charged museum events -
Silver Patron
Price range: $250.00 through $499.00
$250-499All General Membership benefits, plus:
·One $10 coupons towards any studio class
·Museum Shop discount at this level: 20%
·Donor Board Acknowledgment
·Invite to Special Previews of Major Exhibits
·One complimentary Artful Birthday Party
·Annual Museum Fundraiser: 50% discount on 2 tickets at this level -
Gold Patron
Price range: $500.00 through $999.00
$500-999All General Membership benefits, plus:
·Two $10 coupons towards any studio class
·Museum Shop discount at this level: 25%
·Donor Board Acknowledgment
·Invite to Special Previews of Major Exhibits
·One complimentary Studio Privileges Pass
·One complimentary Artful Birthday Party
·Annual Museum Fundraiser: 50% discount on 4 tickets at this level -
Silver Partner
Price range: $1,000.00 through $1,999.00
$1,000-1,999All Business Patron benefits, plus:
·Four $10 coupons towards any studio class
·Museum Shop discount at this level: 25%
·Donor Board Acknowledgment
·Invite to Special Previews of Major Exhibits
·Annual Museum Fundraiser: 50% discount on 4 tickets at this level
·Private tours available for Major Exhibits -
Gold Partner
Price range: $2,000.00 through $2,999.00
$2,000-2,999All Business Patron benefits, plus:
·Six $10 coupons towards any studio class
·Museum Shop discount at this level: 25%
·Donor Board Acknowledgment
·Invite to Special Previews of Major Exhibits
·One complimentary Studio Privileges Pass
·Annual Museum Fundraiser: 50% discount on 4 tickets at this level
·Annual Museum Fundraiser: 2 complimentary tickets at this level
·Private tours available for Major Exhibits
·Complimentary use of Museum for a private function -
Platinum Patron
Price range: $1,000.00 through $2,000.00
$1,000 & upAll General Membership benefits, plus:
·At this level: Four $10 coupons towards any studio class
·Museum Shop discount at this level: 25%
·Donor Board Acknowledgment
·Invite to Special Previews of Major Exhibits
·One complimentary Studio Privileges Pass
·One complimentary Artful Birthday Party
·Annual Museum Fundraiser: 50% discount on 2 tickets at this level
·Annual Museum Fundraiser: 2 complimentary tickets at this level
·Private tours available for Major Exhibits
·Complimentary use of Museum for a private function
·Museum Gift Basket -
Platinum Partner
Price range: $3,000.00 through $10,000.00
$3,000 & upAll Business Patron benefits, plus:
·Eight $10 coupons towards any studio class
·Museum Shop discount at this level: 25%
·Donor Board Acknowledgment
·Invite to Special Previews of Major Exhibits
·One complimentary Studio Privileges Pass
·Annual Museum Fundraiser: 4 complimentary tickets at this level
·Private tours available for Major Exhibits
·Complimentary use of Museum for a private function
·Museum Gift Basket -
Ceramic Studio Pass
$100.00To get a ceramics studio pass you must be a museum member. Members can purchase a pass for $100. The pass is good for one year and allows you access to the ceramics studio during regular museum hours when no ceramics class is in session.